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tray

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/treɪ/
Forms:trays
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a flat object with elevated edges, often used for holding or carrying food and drink

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A tray is a flat, shallow container with raised edges, often used for carrying or serving food, beverages, or other items. Trays come in various shapes, sizes, and materials, such as metal, plastic, wood, or bamboo. They may have handles for easy carrying or may be designed to stack for storage purposes. Trays serve a practical purpose of transporting items from one place to another, such as carrying drinks or snacks from the kitchen to the living room during a gathering. They are also used for serving meals or displaying decorative items.

  • She served the tea on a silver tray.
  • The waiter carried a tray of drinks to the table.
  • The tray was full of colorful fruits.
  • The hospital food was served on a plastic tray.
  • He used a tray to carry his breakfast upstairs.